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The Memory Mansion is Empty: What 20 Years of Narcissistic Abuse Steals
The author explores a technique called Memory Mansion, designed to enhance mental health by associating positive memories with imagined or real rooms. However, they struggle to recall purely happy memories, revealing feelings of anxiety and sadness. They express a desire for “unadulterated joy” and hope that by addressing past traumas, they can create space for…
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Rediscovering Self-Care Through Cooking for One: My Journey to Self-Love
Struggling with stress-induced nausea and lack of appetite, the writer realizes the stark contrast between her willingness to cook for her ex-partner and her neglect of self-care. Recognizing the need to redirect her nurturing energy toward herself, she reframes cooking for one as an act of self-love and worthiness.
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Unfair Treatment in Relationship: Recognizing and Releasing the Burden
abuse, Addiction, anger, Anxiety, Childhood Trauma, Family, grief, Healthy Boundaries, Letting Go, loneliness, Marriage & Divorce, Mental Health, regret, Relationship Styles And Behaviour, relationships, Release, Self Healing, Therapyabuse, boundaries, burden, change, confusion, detachment, evolution, fear, glimmer, healing, hypocrisy, loneliness, loss, marriage, patterns, recovery, Release, self worth, separation, stress, The Vow, truth
The author reflects on a failed relationship with EH, feeling unfairly burdened by a lack of mutual communication and responsibility. EH’s expectations were one-sided, expecting the author to fulfill his emotional needs without reciprocation. Frustration grew due to their inability to resolve issues collaboratively, leading to feelings of rejection and resentment. Ultimately, the author recognizes…
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Understanding Communication Patterns in Relationships
abuse, Addiction, Anxiety, calm, Childhood Trauma, Family, Friends, grief, Healthy Boundaries, Letting Go, loneliness, Marriage & Divorce, Mental Health, mindfulness, Physical Health And Appearance, Physical Stress Responses, regret, Relationship Styles And Behaviour, relationships, Release, Self Healing, Therapyabandonment, abuse, belief, boundaries, change, control, courage, detachment, evolution, exhausted, fear, glimmer, grief, guilt, healing, hope, lies, loneliness, loss, love addiction, marriage, past, patterns, puking, realisation, reclaiming, relationship, self help, self image, self worth, separation, stress, The Vow, time, truth, vulnerability, withdrawal
In reflecting on past relationships, the author recognizes two key issues: communication and control. They often dismissed others’ feelings, seeking approval rather than understanding. Additionally, a desire for control stemmed from internal chaos, particularly during their marriage. Realizations include the need for open dialogue and healthy boundaries, leading to personal growth and the practice of…
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Embracing Change: Navigating Life After Divorce
The author reflects on the tumultuous ending of a marriage, recognizing the necessity of the split while grappling with the loss of their shared identity. Despite longing for renewal, they acknowledge the need for personal healing before entering another relationship. Ultimately, they affirm a desire for a better future, viewing their journey toward recovery with…
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Facing Inner Truths: Overcoming Past Trauma
abuse, Addiction, anger, Anxiety, Childhood Trauma, Family, Friends, grief, Healthy Boundaries, Letting Go, loneliness, Marriage & Divorce, Mental Health, mindfulness, Physical Health And Appearance, Physical Stress Responses, regret, Relationship Styles And Behaviour, relationships, Release, Self Healing, Struggling, Therapyabandonment, abuse, anger, belief, change, conquering, courage, evolution, glimmer, help, lies, loneliness, loss, past, patterns, reality, reclaiming, self help, self image, self talk, self worth, stress, trauma, truth
The author reflects on their journey through trauma, highlighting a stark contrast between their public persona as a strong, resilient individual and the inner struggles they face due to past abuse and hardships. Despite achievements like winning legal battles and awards, internal dialogues often minimize their strength. They recognize the need for personal growth and…
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Feeling Trapped: Coping with Heartbreak and Wishing to Start Afresh
Addiction, Anxiety, Family, Friends, grief, Interests, loneliness, Marriage & Divorce, Mental Health, regret, Relationship Styles And Behaviour, relationships, Struggling, travelabandonment, change, despair, fear, glimmer, grief, healing, heartbreak, loneliness, love addiction, marriage, no plan, past, puking, reality, stress, trapped, travel, truth, withdrawal
The writer expresses profound feelings of entrapment and despair after being abandoned by their partner. Despite longing for escape, they grapple with the reality of their financial limitations and emotional turmoil. The home feels hollow, memories weigh heavily, and the hope for reconciliation seems distant. Ultimately, the writer acknowledges that running away won’t erase their…
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Struggling with Self-Care: My Lonely Battle as a Grown Up
abuse, Addiction, Anxiety, Artistic Creations, Childhood Trauma, Exercise and Fitness, garden, grief, Healthy Boundaries, Interests, Letting Go, loneliness, Marriage & Divorce, Mental Health, nature, Personal Presentation, Physical Health And Appearance, Physical Stress Responses, reading, regret, Relationship Styles And Behaviour, relationships, Release, Self Healing, Struggling, Therapy, Writingabuse, anger, books, conquering, courage, crying, drowning, exhausted, fear, grief, guilt, healing, heartbreak, help, loneliness, loss, love addiction, marriage, no plan, patterns, podcasts, puking, reading, self help, separation, stress, truth, vulnerability, withdrawal
The author struggles with maintaining physical and mental self-care despite their efforts. They describe the difficulty in maintaining progress and express the exhausting and lonely nature of their battle. Despite seeking support, they feel ultimately responsible for finding inner resources to feel and stay better, expressing the challenges of being an adult.
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Finding Support During Tough Times
Addiction, Anxiety, Childhood Trauma, Exercise and Fitness, Family, Friends, grief, Letting Go, loneliness, Marriage & Divorce, Mental Health, mindfulness, Physical Health And Appearance, Physical Stress Responses, reading, regret, Relationship Styles And Behaviour, relationships, Release, Self Healing, Struggling, Therapy
The author expresses feelings of sadness and disconnection a breakup, realising the need for personal resources outside of therapy. Unable to afford counselling, they turn to self-help books, struggling to concentrate on reading. They yearn for the supportive online community of 43Things, missing the guidance and connection it provided. They attempt to maintain structure in…
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Overcoming Love Addiction: My Journey to Healing
The author reflects on their emotional turmoil following a marriage breakup and how discovering the concept of love addiction resonates with their experiences. They identify signs of this addiction, including obsessive thoughts and physical withdrawal symptoms. This realisation offers some clarity and hope, prompting the author to focus on overcoming their emotional dependency rather than…
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